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Y541 GDW

2001 Suzuki GS500

Blue Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2018
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

87,547 mi
Last recorded87,547 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GS50021,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY541 GDW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Fail 25 Aug 2018 87,547 miles

Offside Front Brake grabbing severely front disc slightly warped (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Fuel system component leaking leaking oil down offside of machine (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc contaminated contaminated with oil (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated contaminated with oil (1.1.13 (b))

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2017 86,732 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 86,732 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2016 85,525 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 85,525 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 25 Feb 2015 80,609 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 80,609 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 78,669 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2014 78,669 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 68,791 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 20 Mar 2013 68,791 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 60,147 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 54,265 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 49,859 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 46,596 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 46,596 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 42,578 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 19 Feb 2008 42,578 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Feb 2007 35,646 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2007 35,646 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Feb 2006 30,313 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?

Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
1,009
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,184
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 915
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 875
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 515
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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Y541 GDW is a 2001 Suzuki GS500 in Blue with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 21,389 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y541 GDW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y541 GDW registered?

Y541 GDW is a 2001 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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The MOT history for Y541 GDW shows 21 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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